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a day ago
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Lacazette set for Saudi move after Lyon exit
French forward Alexandre Lacazette is set to join Saudi Pro League (SPL) club Neom on a two-year contract (L'Équipe). Lacazette has reportedly reached an agreement with Neom, who were recently promoted to the SPL. Advertisement The 33-year-old has already completed his medical tests with the club and is expected to be unveiled soon. Neom have been active in the market this summer. They want to avoid relegation at all costs and think Lacazette can help them achieve their goals. They are also eyeing a move for Leon Bailey to bolster their attacking options this summer. Lyon exit ends another impressive spell for Lacazette Lacazette returned to Lyon in 2022 after spending five years with Arsenal in the Premier League. He has been a key figure at the club, wearing the captain's armband and leading the line. He scored 43 Ligue 1 goals in two seasons, finishing as Lyon's top scorer both times. Advertisement Although Lyon had difficult campaigns, Lacazette remained consistent throughout. His performances helped steady the team in tough moments, and he was often the difference in tight games. He leaves Lyon having made 326 appearances for the club across two separate spells. He scored 184 goals, putting him among the club's most prolific scorers of all time. The deal with Neom is expected to be confirmed soon, with all paperwork already in place.
Dubai Eye
2 days ago
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- Dubai Eye
Ronaldo extends Al Nassr contract until 2027
Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a two-year contract extension with Al Nassr, the Saudi Pro League side said on Thursday, which will keep the Portugal forward at the club past his 42nd birthday. Ronaldo, who joined Al Nassr in 2022 after leaving Manchester United to become a free agent, has scored 93 goals in 105 appearances for them in all competitions. "A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let's make history together," Ronaldo said in a post on X. Ronaldo arrived in Al Nassr on a two-and-a-half-year contract soon after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. That made him the highest-paid athlete in the world and he has topped the list for the last three years, according to Forbes. At the age of 40, Ronaldo's estimated total earnings are around $275 million. He has shown few signs of slowing down, with the forward leading Portugal to a second UEFA Nations League title this month when they beat neighbours Spain in the final. Ronaldo is also eyeing the 1,000-goal milestone in his career. He has scored 794 goals in club football and 138 for Portugal to take his tally to 932. His arrival in Saudi Arabia opened the floodgates for several high-profile players based in Europe to make the switch to the SPL, such as Ronaldo's former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema. Although Ronaldo has won the Arab Club Champions Cup with Al Nassr, he has been unable to guide them to the SPL title, with their best finish being runners-up in 2022-23 and 2023-24. They finished third last season.
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2 days ago
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Ronaldo extends Al Nassr contract until 2027
Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a two-year contract extension with Al Nassr, the Saudi Pro League side said on Thursday, which will keep the Portugal forward at the club past his 42nd birthday. Ronaldo, who joined Al Nassr in 2022 after leaving Manchester United to become a free agent, has scored 93 goals in 105 appearances for them in all competitions. "A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let's make history together," Ronaldo said in a post on X. Ronaldo arrived in Al Nassr on a two-and-a-half-year contract soon after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. That made him the highest-paid athlete in the world and he has topped the list for the last three years, according to Forbes. At the age of 40, Ronaldo's estimated total earnings are around $275 million. He has shown few signs of slowing down, with the forward leading Portugal to a second UEFA Nations League title this month when they beat neighbours Spain in the final. Ronaldo is also eyeing the 1,000-goal milestone in his career. He has scored 794 goals in club football and 138 for Portugal to take his tally to 932. His arrival in Saudi Arabia opened the floodgates for several high-profile players based in Europe to make the switch to the SPL, such as Ronaldo's former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema. Although Ronaldo has won the Arab Club Champions Cup with Al Nassr, he has been unable to guide them to the SPL title, with their best finish being runners-up in 2022-23 and 2023-24. They finished third last season.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
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- Qatar Tribune
Ronaldo extends stay in Saudi Arabia with Al Nassr
PAMedia/DPA London Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new two-year deal at Al Nassr. The deal ties Ronaldo, whose contract was due to expire at the end of June, to the Saudi Pro League team beyond his 42nd birthday. Ronaldo wrote on X: 'A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let's make history together.' A club post announcing the deal said: 'Al Nassr Club Company officially signed a contract extension with Cristiano Ronaldo. 'Al Nassr captain contract will be valid until 2027.' Ronaldo had posted on social media 'the chapter is over' following Al Nassr's final league game of the season last month. The post fuelled speculation that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner was to leave the Riyadh club. Ronaldo joined Al Nassr in December 2022 as a free agent after leaving Manchester United following a controversial interview in which he criticized the Premier League club. He has scored 99 goals in 111 appearances for Al Nassr and netted 35 last season to win the SPL's golden boot award for top scorer. Ronaldo has scored 938 goals for club and country in his career, needing 62 to reach the four-figure mark. Al Nassr are currently without a manager after parting company with Stefano Pioli on Wednesday. Former AC Milan and Inter boss Pioli, who was appointed in September, led Al Nassr to a third-placed finish in the SPL last season, 13 points behind champions Al Ittihad.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Cristiano Ronaldo extends stay in Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new two-year deal at Al-Nassr, ending the saga surrounding his future. The deal ties Ronaldo, whose contract was due to expire at the end of June, to the Saudi Pro League team beyond his 42nd birthday. Advertisement Ronaldo wrote on X: "A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let's make history together." A club post announcing the deal said: "Al-Nassr Club Company officially signed a contract extension with Cristiano Ronaldo. "Al-Nassr captain contract will be valid until 2027." Ronaldo had posted on social media "the chapter is over" following Al-Nassr's final league game of the season last month. The post fuelled speculation that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner was to leave the Riyadh club. Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in December 2022 as a free agent after leaving Manchester United following a controversial interview in which he criticised the Premier League club. He has scored 99 goals in 111 appearances for Al-Nassr and netted 35 last season to win the SPL's golden boot award for top scorer. Advertisement Ronaldo has scored 938 goals for club and country in his career, needing 62 to reach the four-figure mark. Al-Nassr are currently without a manager after parting company with Stefano Pioli on Wednesday. Former AC Milan and Inter boss Pioli, who was appointed in September, led Al-Nassr to a third-placed finish in the SPL last season, 13 points behind champions Al-Ittihad.
